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Sea Moss Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by HMS Nutrition

Sea Moss label
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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Sea Moss against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Sea Moss is a dietary supplement by HMS Nutrition with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin conditions like acne and eczema, digestive support, diuretic ('detox') and blood purifier.Based on those ingredients, 122 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Burdock, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Sea Moss by HMS Nutrition

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1,600 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Sea Moss by HMS Nutrition is a 3-ingredient capsule built around a proprietary blend. The labeled actives are burdock powder, Irish Sea Moss, and bladderwrack powder — all traditional whole-food ingredients.

The capsule itself contains methylcellulose as an inactive binder.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Burdock product and its label doesn't state a use — see Burdock's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence on burdock for acne, aging skin, breast cancer, common cold, and eczema is insufficient — we don't have enough reliable data to rate whether it works for any of these. Irish Sea Moss and bladderwrack effectiveness data isn't on file here either.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Burdock

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Burdock is generally well tolerated when eaten as food and in short-term use in healthy adults, though human safety data are limited. Serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis are rare.

There's a reported case of liver inflammation in someone taking a multi-ingredient herbal blend containing burdock, though it's unclear whether burdock alone caused it. Contact dermatitis has been reported, especially with prolonged use of burdock root oil or plasters.

Burdock should be avoided in medicinal amounts during pregnancy due to lack of safety data and possible effects on the uterus. Avoid medicinal use while breastfeeding — there isn't enough safety information.

Data on Irish Sea Moss and bladderwrack safety in pregnancy and lactation isn't on file.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Burdock

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Burdock.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 122 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs are the main ones to check. These include warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel, dabigatran, and similar medications.

Burdock may theoretically raise bleeding risk with these drugs, so confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist before combining.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is rooted in traditional foods with a long history of use. If you don't take blood thinners and have no known allergy to burdock or seaweeds, it may be worth trying — but the evidence for what it treats isn't strong.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you take any blood-thinning medications.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 18, 2023.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Sea Moss, straight from the product label.

Brand HMS Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 850018688017
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 18, 2023
DSLD ID 294177
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Sea Moss by HMS Nutrition, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
850018688017
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Blend1600 mg--
Burdock, Powder0 NP--
Irish Sea Moss0 NP--
Bladderwrack, Powder0 NP--

Other ingredients: Methylcellulose

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take two (2) capsules daily with food, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnant and nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition or who are taking prescription medication should consult a physician before taking this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant and nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition or who are taking prescription medication should consult a physician before taking this or any dietary supplement.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Seals/Symbols

Made in the USA with global ingredients FDA Manufactured in an FDA Registered Facility GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Consistent Quality

Formulation

Soy free Gluten free Non-GMO Dairy free

Vegan

Made with organic sea moss Immune support Supports healthy digestion

Vegan friendly

Premium ingredients Premium formula

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

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Sea Moss by HMS Nutrition label

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Sea Moss label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Sea Moss by HMS Nutrition

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Proprietary Blend

1600 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Methylcellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Sea Moss by HMS Nutrition Drug Interactions

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122Drugs
122 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Burdock, Powder 122

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Sea Moss interact with 122 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 3 ingredients in Sea Moss interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Burdock, Powder

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Sea Moss with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Burdock, Powder1 drug type · 122 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, taking burdock with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding.

In vitro research shows that lignans from burdock reduce rabbit platelet aggregation by inhibiting platelet activating factor. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Burdock, Powder full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Sea Moss, from the product label.

HMS Nutrition

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Name
HMS Nutrition LLC
Street Address
501 Silverside RD., Suite 341
City
Wilmington
State
DE
ZipCode
19809
Web Address
hmsnutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Sea Moss by HMS Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Sea Moss by HMS Nutrition interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Sea Moss has a known interaction with 122 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Sea Moss contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Burdock should be avoided in medicinal amounts during pregnancy because of limited safety data and possible effects on the uterus. Avoid medicinal use while breastfeeding as well — there's not enough information to know if it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you.
What is burdock used for in this blend?
Burdock is a traditional root vegetable included for potential benefits to skin, aging, colds, and other concerns. However, the evidence supporting these uses is insufficient — we don't have enough reliable data to confirm it works for any of them.
Are there any common side effects I should expect?
When eaten as food, burdock is well tolerated with few noted adverse effects. Serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis are rare. Contact dermatitis has been reported, especially with prolonged use of burdock root oil.
Can I take this if I'm on aspirin or another blood thinner?
Burdock may theoretically increase bleeding risk when combined with blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like aspirin, warfarin, or clopidogrel. Lab research suggests it affects platelet function, though this hasn't been seen in humans. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this product to your regimen.
Is this product safe to take long-term?
Burdock appears likely safe for short-term use in healthy adults based on its history as a food, but human safety data for long-term medicinal use are limited. Discuss your specific situation with your doctor or pharmacist.

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The Full Monographs Behind Sea Moss’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Burdock

Interacts with 122 drugs

Burdock is a traditional herb most often used for skin problems and as a so-called 'blood purifier,' but high-quality human studies are lacking and most claims are not well proven. It is wid...

Read the full Burdock monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Sea Moss's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 11 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Burdock 11 references
  1. Iwakami S, Wu JB, Ebizuka Y, Sankawa U. Platelet activating factor (PAF) antagonists contained in medicinal plants: lignans and sesquiterpenes. Chem Pharm Bull (Tokyo) 1992;40:1196-8. PubMed
  2. Sasaki Y, Kimura Y, Tsunoda T, Tagami H. Anaphylaxis due to burdock. Int J Dermatol 2003;42:472-3. PubMed
  3. Rhoads PM, Tong TG, Banner W Jr, Anderson R. Anticholinergic poisonings associated with commercial burdock root tea. J Toxicol Clin Toxicol 1984-85;22:581-4. PubMed
  4. Rodriguez P, Blanco J, Juste S, et al. Allergic contact dermatitis due to burdock (Arctium lappa). Contact Dermatitis 1995;33:134-5.
  5. Kassler, W. J., Blanc, P., and Greenblatt, R. The use of medicinal herbs by human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients. Arch Intern Med 1991;151(11):2281-2288. DOI
  6. Chan, Y. S., Cheng, L. N., Wu, J. H., Chan, E., Kwan, Y. W., Lee, S. M., Leung, G. P., Yu, P. H., and Chan, S. W. A review of the pharmacological effects of Arctium lappa (burdock). Inflammopharmacology. 2011;19(5):245-254. PubMed
  7. Breed, F. B. and Kuwabara, T. Burdock ophthalmia. Arch Ophthalmol 1966;75(1):16-20.
  8. Bryson, P. D., Watanabe, A. S., Rumack, B. H., and Murphy, R. C. Burdock root tea poisoning. Case report involving a commercial preparation. JAMA 5-19-1978;239(20):2157. DOI
  9. <p>Fletcher GF<span>, </span>Cantwell JD. Burdock root tea poisoning. JAMA <span>1978 Oct 6;240(15):1586.</span></p> DOI
  10. Latif A, Fichadiya H, Abid F, Capo G. Herbal Teas and Thrombocytopenia: A Curious Case of Yellow Dock and Burdock-Induced Thrombocytopenia. Eur J Case Rep Intern Med 2022;9(3):003247. PubMed
  11. Niazi B, Ahmed K, Ahmed M, Ali S, Song K, Elias S. Drug-Induced Liver Injury from Herbal Liver Detoxification Tea. Case Rep Gastroenterol 2022;16(3):612-617. PubMed

See these in context on the Burdock monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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